Top 3 Rasmus Hojlund alternatives for Manchester United

What if Manchester United don’t sign Rasmus Hojlund this summer? Here Ace Football presents three alternatives that may suit the Red Devils.

Manchester United are on the hunt for a top-notch striker this summer, but it’s not been an easy ride. With summer transfer deadline fast approaching, the team is feeling the heat to find the perfect match. They’ve been eyeing Rasmus Hojlund as their top pick, but Atalanta’s asking price of £60 million has put a roadblock in their path. Fear not, though, as we’ve rounded up some potential alternatives that United could set their sights on. So buckle up and let’s explore the possibilities!

Randal Kolo Muani

Throughout the summer, the buzz around Randal Kolo Muani joining Manchester United has been electric. This Eintracht Frankfurt dynamo’s lightning-fast speed, dribbling, and versatility would make him a real coup.

Kolo Muani is a rare breed, one of only two players to register double figures for both goals and assists in the Bundesliga last season. That’s right, he scored 15 times and racked up 11 assists.

But perhaps the most exciting thing about Kolo Muani is his youth. At just 24 years old, he represents incredible value for the future. With the right nurturing, he could be a credible solution for many years to come.

Mehdi Taremi

With his contract at Estádio do Dragão to expire in 2024, will FC Porto sell Mehdi Taremi this summer? The timing couldn’t be better for Manchester United.

At 31, Taremi is at the top of his game. The striker finished last season as the Primeira Liga’s top scorer with a stunning 22 goals. He ended the 2022/23 campaign with a total of 45 goal contributions (31 goals, 14 assists) in 51 appearances across all competitions.

The best part? Taremi could arrive at a cut-price fee. This may offer United a rare opportunity to secure affordable talent during a time when most clubs are splashing out at least €50 million on a top-rated striker. Signing him would serve as a stop-and-go option for United. It may give Erik ten Hag the boost in firepower he needs, while also giving the manager a chance to find and mold a young talent to his liking.

Goncalo Ramos

Coming in as another Hojlund alternative is Goncalo Ramos, a striker who has been making waves in Europe.

With his impressive track record and undeniable talent, it’s no surprise that he’s caught the attention of fans and managers alike. In fact, the former Portugal coach Fernando Santos even chose to start Ramos over Cristiano Ronaldo in a 2022 World Cup last-16 game against Switzerland. It was a move that paid off handsomely when Ramos scored a hat-trick.

With 19 goals in the league and 27 across all competitions for Benfica last season, Ramos has proven that he’s a force to be reckoned with. He’s a true box striker, the kind of player that Manchester United have missed since the days of Zlatan Ibrahimovic.